Reel Phonies

What's the world of Star Wars like when you're not the chosen one? This week we tackle Andor and view life in a galaxy firmly under the authoritarian boot of the Empire. But is more grounded Star Wars better?

Our favorite adventuring party returns to get their keisters roasted by a bunch of dragons. We delight over the manifestation of our favorite story lines, discuss some of the highs and lows of the series, and apply the most critical eye we can muster for a beloved series.

James Gunn has assumed the DC throne and is making bold proclamations of DC movies and TV shows to come. We're getting a new Supes movie, Booster Gold, Batman AND Robin, and many more. 

Join us as we take one last look at the best movies of 2022 and peek forward to the most exciting releases coming out in 2023.

James Cameron returns with the sequel to Avatar 13 years in the making. We rejoin Jake Sully as familiar foes threaten his family and their planet. But how does it stack up to the original and does it earn its 3+ hour runtime?

Benoit Blanc returns for a new mystery packed with rich idiots in beautiful outfits. This new star-studded suspect list includes Edward Norton, Janelle Monae, Dave Bautista, Kate Hudson, Katheryn Hahn, and Leslie Odom Jr.

Join us as we catch up on the latest Hollywood news including the turmoil and fallout at DC film studios, changing of the Bob's at Disney, a prospective Bond replacement for Daniel Craig, and the first looks at Indy 5, GotG3, and Ant-Man 3.

The Guardians are back to steal Kevin Bacon and save Christmas! A short 42 minute romp, Drax, Mantis, and the rest of the crew embark on a misguided quest to rekindle Starlord's Christmas spirit. Also, it's NOT filler.

Our favorite Wakandan heroes return in this somber sequel to mourn the loss of the Black Panther and battle an unexpected foe. But can this film overcome the T'Challa-shaped shadow hanging over it? How does it stack up against the original?  

It's episode 200 and we are celebrating by taking beloved movies, directors and actors and reevaluating their worth in the cosmic equilibrium. Perfectly balanced, as all things should be...